On the first of May God decided that your time on this earth was at an end, and you left us. In the months that preceded your passing I was privileged enough to get to know you as a person, as a mother and a grandmother. I guess I had to grow up and become an adult to really get to know you, and I thank God I got that chance. Sure, you had your hang ups, your misgivings, your flaws...but that mattered little to me.

I just want you to know that you were a good person, Grandma. Your opinions were always important to me. You raised two fine sons. I appreciated how much you loved my wife, Ame, without question. I appreciated you more than you'll ever know. I love you.

I know that I can never have you back, but as I sit here typing through a haze of tears I just hope you are happy. I realize that without you, there would be no me, there would be no family. To have you in my life was an honor. Without you I wouldn’t be the man I am today. Thank you Grandma, for being you. I miss you

Your Loving Grandson,
Patrick